Purchasing/Buyer

Posted 1 week ago

Position Objective: The Buyer is responsible for the purchasing of commodities, and the completion of assignments, utilizing basic purchasing principles and concepts. The Buyer ensures timely acquisition of products or services from approved sources of supply, via the use of requisitions, reports, and MRP generated data. Additionally, the Buyer may resolve issues in the area of requisition accuracy, on time delivery, and/or supplier invoice/payment.

This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. H. & S. Swansons’ Tool Company reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements.

Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 4 years in experience purchasing in a manufacturing environment.
• Computer knowledge, ability to understand electronic processing, along with a working knowledge of MRP/ERP manufacturing support systems, typing and 10 key ability
• Experience with ISO, DFARS, NADCAP, and ITAR type regulations would be considered valuable, along with membership of an associated professional body